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1 Jul

Train line between Gothenburg and Borås to stay closed until July 16 after derailment

The train line between Gothenburg and Borås will remain closed until July 16, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.

Sweden

1 Jul

24-year-old sentenced to life in prison for double murder in Järfälla

Two young men were shot dead in a car in Kallhäll in Järfälla last year. Now a 24-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for the double murder.

Crime

1 Jul

Investigation into former FRA employee closed after Säpo raid in Stockholm

The investigation into gross unauthorized occupation and gross data intrusion against a woman who was employed at the Swedish Armed Forces Radio Agency (FRA) is closed. The woman and her husband, an employee of the Armed Forces, were arrested in a high-profile Säpo raid in Stockholm in 2023.

Sweden

1 Jul

Record-breaking flyover over Stockholm marks Swedish Air Force’s 100th anniversary

A historically large flyover was carried out over Stockholm on Wednesday to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Swedish Air Force.

Sweden

1 Jul

Stockholm stocks slip as Saab rises after Ukraine fighter jet deal

After Tuesday's sharp rise, the Stockholm Stock Exchange fell on Wednesday. At the close, the broad OMXS index had lost 0.2 percent.

Business

1 Jul

Dungen announces new album Vidrig vår and fall tour

When Dungen releases a new album this fall, it is described as an open portrayal of a relationship in disintegration. The album is titled "Vidrig vår".

Music

1 Jul

Public Transport Fares Cut Across Most Swedish Regions for Six Months

Now it will be cheaper to take public transport for six months. At least 16 of the country's 21 regions are cutting fares, according to a survey conducted by TT. "I'm happy that prices will be reduced, but the problem is that we haven't had time to prepare. Now we risk increased congestion," says Jakop Dalunde (MP), regional councillor for transport in Stockholm.

Sweden

30 Jun

Algae bloom keeps bathers out of the water on Sweden’s coast

The heat wave has drawn Swedes to the beaches - and algae to the coast. The algae bloom is in full swing and at many bathing areas it is now putting a stop to swimming.

Sweden